Description
Elevate your desserts with this delightful Blackberry Frosting Recipe! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh blackberries and a touch of zesty lemon, this creamy frosting is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and pastries. Its smooth texture and natural sweetness make it an ideal topping for any celebration or as a special treat at home. Easy to make and visually stunning, this blackberry buttercream will impress your family and friends while satisfying your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup butter (2 sticks), room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon milk or cream (plus more if needed)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine blackberries and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the mixture simmers, mashing the blackberries as they soften for about 20 minutes until you have about 1/3 cup of thick puree.
- Strain the puree through a fine mesh strainer for a smoother texture (optional). Allow it to cool to room temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened butter and cooled blackberry puree until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on medium-high speed until well combined.
- Stir in milk or cream along with vanilla extract. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk as needed.
- Frost your cooled cupcakes or cake using your preferred method.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg